Former Indian opening batsman Lalchand Rajput will not be given a contract extension to coach the national men's senior team, the Afghanistan Cricket Board confirmed on Sunday (August 20). Rajput, who took over from former Pakistan captain Inzamam-ul-Haq last year, was given a one-year contract that would expire at the end of August this year.

"ACB would like to thank Mr. Rajput for his satisfactory performance during his time as Afghanistan's Head Coach," a statement read. "ACB is currently in the process of recruiting a new coach for the National Cricket Team."

Rajput's tenure began on a winning note with a 1-0 win in Scotland which was followed by a hard-fought 2-2 draw in Ireland. Even though they lost a series to Bangladesh during his term, Afghanistan predominantly found success by sealing the series against Zimbabwe (away) and Ireland (home) apart from winning the Desert T20 challenge.

They also blanked Ireland in the Intercontinental Cup clash in Greater Noida and went on to earn Test status during this period.